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Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-17-2013, 12:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,515
Posted By Turtle people
Yes it's the V8

Yes it's the V8
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-16-2013, 10:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,515
Posted By Turtle people
I have a 2008 with factory tow package, our...

I have a 2008 with factory tow package, our trailer is 5200 LBS loaded with 550 LBS tongue weight.
The truck is rated for 7000 lbs
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-16-2013, 06:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,515
Posted By Turtle people
Ford explorers TV questions

Anyone out there pull their TT with a 2009 or older explorer?
Tips , advise and any other info welcomed.
Thanks
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-26-2013, 11:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,025
Posted By Turtle people
Major Water damage caused by service work

We recently brought our new ( 2 trips - 6 nights) 2013 coachmen Apex 26bhs in for a slide adjustment ( which was missed in our PDI). A week later and first rain storm I decided to drive out and check...
Forum: Slide Outs 06-25-2013, 08:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 11,298
Posted By Turtle people
Hi David, After I got the unit back the...

Hi David,

After I got the unit back the slide sounded perfect, the way it should!
However today was our first good rain ) a week after picking it up) I went to check on the unit and. Opened the...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Tires & Frames 06-24-2013, 12:14 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 10,221
Posted By Turtle people
I just picked up the same torque wrench as...

I just picked up the same torque wrench as mentioned earlier.


33887

I had to change a flat and wanted to make sure I had the wheel on right. 100 foot pounds rating on my TT... Also I was...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 06-19-2013, 09:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,639
Posted By Turtle people
I do have spring suspension ( leafs ) So no...

I do have spring suspension ( leafs )

So no to the I beam frame the trailer rides on? I like the idea of using 2 jacks to distribute the weight.
Pictures of where to place would be Great. I am...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 06-19-2013, 07:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,639
Posted By Turtle people
I recently got a nail in my passenger rear tire (...

I recently got a nail in my passenger rear tire ( dual axels) and was wondering what it the best / safest place for a tire jack. Behind the tire on the frame or under the suspension/ axle connection.
Forum: Slide Outs 06-17-2013, 07:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,481
Posted By Turtle people
I have a schwintek slide as well and on our...

I have a schwintek slide as well and on our second trip in the new unit, I noticed that the floor rollers supporting the slide were digging into the underside of the slide floor leaving 3 scraps...
Forum: Slide Outs 06-17-2013, 06:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,481
Posted By Turtle people
I am having issues with my floor rollers ( 2 nd...

I am having issues with my floor rollers ( 2 nd trip in new unit) they are scraping the underside on the slide. It is in the shop right now to find our the problem causing the rollers to drag. I am...
Forum: Slide Outs 06-16-2013, 10:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 11,298
Posted By Turtle people
Slide out rollers

Our 2nd trip out and I notice " scratch" marks on the under side of the slide out... Further investigation showed me that 2 of the rollers are causing this drag mark.
Is this needed immediate...
Forum: Propane Systems 06-12-2013, 11:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 779
Posted By Turtle people
First camping trip

Our first camping trip was May long weekend. Wonderful friends and weather, First time setting up and pulling the trailer everything went smooth. On our last night of camping in the mountains at 4...
Forum: General Tech and Repair 06-01-2013, 11:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,079
Posted By Turtle people
Our TT had a high pitch squeak I noticed when...

Our TT had a high pitch squeak I noticed when pulling into the neighbourhood, through " solution by dilution" I narrowed it down to the leaf suspension pivots. Greased them and headed out camping....
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-07-2013, 12:14 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 16,035
Posted By Turtle people
Thanks for the advice, NO ADD ONS to the bumper...

Thanks for the advice, NO ADD ONS to the bumper ... Got it!
Forum: Modifications and Updates 05-06-2013, 03:37 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 16,035
Posted By Turtle people
On the note of rear bumpers. What is the total...

On the note of rear bumpers. What is the total carrying capacity for these 4 x 4 tube storage bumpers. I was wondering if I could mount a bike rack off the back of them VIA bolts , is this recommended
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 04-16-2013, 07:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 787
Posted By Turtle people
Hi Moondog2000, We just picked up our new...

Hi Moondog2000,

We just picked up our new trailer three weeks ago, I've been scoping out this forum and trying to learn as much as I can out about specific things and retrofitting peoples ideas...
Forum: Appliances and Electronics 04-16-2013, 07:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,885
Posted By Turtle people
I don't remember for sure, however when I was...

I don't remember for sure, however when I was installing it I handles it with ease. My guess 4LBS... Here's all the specifications about the tv. And yes, I tried it out and looks really good. I have...
Forum: Modifications and Updates 04-14-2013, 02:24 PM
Replies: 1,990
Views: 465,640
Posted By Turtle people
Try to house everything into the orange light off...

Try to house everything into the orange light off your door. It will have power, provide water cover for the controller and no holes. The only down side is it might not reach the entire length of the...
Forum: General Community Discussions 04-13-2013, 08:04 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 13,719
Posted By Turtle people
Ours is amply named " THE TURTLE SHELL"

Ours is amply named " THE TURTLE SHELL"
Forum: Modifications and Updates 04-13-2013, 06:23 PM
Replies: 1,990
Views: 465,640
Posted By Turtle people
When I first got my lights I tested them as well,...

When I first got my lights I tested them as well, power was not supplied with my order. I went to radio shack, and bought a multiple tip/ power supply DC cable. At first the did not work??? I then...
Forum: Forest River Lifestyle 04-12-2013, 06:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,182
Posted By Turtle people
Wow, reading this thread really gets you excited...

Wow, reading this thread really gets you excited to go camping. We would love to this weekend but us Northerners are in for snow...
Forum: Forest River Lifestyle 04-12-2013, 01:15 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,182
Posted By Turtle people
We joke with people that RV'ers take Their house...

We joke with people that RV'ers take Their house with them.. Like a turtle. And the name stuck
Forum: Forest River Lifestyle 04-12-2013, 12:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,182
Posted By Turtle people
I think there's country song that's should fit...

I think there's country song that's should fit right in with the theme... " ford got stuck when the Dodge showed up"
Lol sounds like good times
Forum: Forest River Lifestyle 04-12-2013, 12:09 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,182
Posted By Turtle people
we camp to enjoy nature and get a break away from...

we camp to enjoy nature and get a break away from work and our daily routines.

This is why we bought our first TT, my wife love hanging around the fire watching both our dogs and " people". I love...
Forum: Forest River Lifestyle 04-12-2013, 12:02 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,182
Posted By Turtle people
Camping pastimes

With the dawn of 2013 camping season ahead of us. Just wondering what everybody does to pass the time while camping. For example what kind of drinking games, day activities and night activities do...
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